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The Witch Head Nebula IC 2118 in Eridanus

This large and diffuse reflection nebula is illuminated by the bright light of Rigel, the foot-star of Orion the Hunter.

The Witch Head lies just over the border in the constellation Eridanus the River at approximately 1,000 light years from Earth. Notice the redder portions particularly her eye. These are indications that star birth is occuring within the nebula. Looking at the old crone's profile, imagine you can hear the evil cackle of this witchy woman.